Restless legs syndrome/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Restless legs syndrome.

A disorder characterized by aching or burning sensations in the lower and rarely the upper extremities that occur prior to sleep or may awaken the patient from sleep;Complying with an irresistible urge to move the affected limbs brings temporary relief.

This definition is at least in part based on: Anonymous (2024), Restless legs syndrome (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.